Pierre Gagnaire, starred chef, leads the secret brigade of season 15 of Top Chef on M6

With the imminent start of the fifteenth edition of Top Chef on M6, cooking enthusiasts will be spoiled by the presence of notable personalities from the culinary world. The competition will notably welcome Pierre Gagnaire, a monument of world gastronomy, with an unexpected role.

The pivotal role of Pierre Gagnaire in the competition

Having already cut his teeth as a guest in previous seasons, Pierre Gagnaire now shines as Pillar of the Hidden Brigade, a system offering a chance of reintegration to participants excluded from the main competition. The surprise effect was complete when Gagnaire made his entrance, sparking mixed reactions among the other starred chefs and participants.

Innovative distribution and affinities between chefs

In an original approach, the leaders will not be scattered across multiple teams, but grouped into two large factions. “Les gris” will be led by the inseparable trio Philippe Etchebest, Paul Pairet and Glenn Viel, while “Les oranges” will bring together Hélène Darroze, Dominique Crenn and Stéphanie Le Quellec. This choice is not based on a clash of men against women, but rather on the natural links forged between the chefs, as Virginie Dhers, program director at Studio 89, explains.

Classic events revisited and distinguished guests

In addition to the traditional “Restaurant War” and “Black Box”, the season will offer original variations of these challenges. A notable example is the “Black Box” which, for the first time, will take place outdoors. On the other hand, competitors will endeavor to deceive the palate with plant-based dishes imitating the flavors of meat. The challenges of “Who Can Beat?” will also get tougher with the addition of a second leader to beat in a duel.

This anniversary edition will be all the more prestigious with the participation of renowned chefs such as Yannick Alléno, Éric Frechon, and the duo César and Léo Troisgros.

The launch date of this season Top Chef having not yet been communicated by M6, all that remains for fans of good restaurants and culinary competitions is to wait before discovering all the surprises that this fifteenth season has in store.